Job Description:

The Rockwood School District is seeking an outstanding administrator for the position of Director of Curriculum and Professional Learning.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Oversee the development of the district’s K-12 curriculum and professional learning by
ensuring common, collaborative processes for conducting curriculum program review,
developing curriculum, selecting instructional resources, and providing professional
learning opportunities for district staff
Collaborate with the Teaching and Learning department and the district Professional
Learning Committee to develop a comprehensive, differentiated professional learning
program for all district staff that aligns with district strategic plan goals and district
curriculum
Develop district's annual professional learning activities calendar in collaboration with the
Teaching and Learning department
Collaborate with district directors, coordinators, and principals to support instructional
leadership and continuous improvement goals
Stay current on curriculum, instructional strategy, and learning research to determine
their appropriateness for inclusion in the district’s educational program
Support district curriculum coordinators in developing professional learning associated
with curriculum adoption
Participate in the development of the district school calendar to ensure adequate
professional learning time.
Conduct an annual needs survey for teachers and administrators to identify adult
learning needs
Oversee and evaluate the performance of curriculum coordinators
Ensure feedback opportunities for parents, teachers, and students are a systematic part
of the curriculum development process
Regularly review data to determine the effectiveness of the district’s curriculum and
instructional practices.
Support the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning in annual budget
preparation
Collaborate with the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning to ensure that
curriculum websites, graduation requirements, course enrollment guides, and other
important information concerning the district’s curriculum are regularly reviewed and
current
Oversee the professional learning, the district teacher induction, and mentor program
Collaborate with leaders in curriculum and instruction at state, regional, and national
levels
Partner with institutions of higher learning and educational consultants to ensure that
curriculum prepares students for college and career readiness

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
Master’s degree required, specialist degree preferred with appropriate graduate
preparation in curriculum and professional learning and/or district leadership
Missouri Administrator Certificate preferred and proven experience in the areas of
continuous improvement, curriculum, and professional learning
Demonstrated success at leading continuous improvement efforts including the
establishment of data priorities to raise student achievement
Demonstrated success at curriculum development and implementation
Experience with designing and implementing professional learning
Demonstrated success in long-range planning
Successful experience in teacher and administrator training helpful; comprehensive
knowledge of the adult-learning process; strong in strategies of in-service training and
instructional improvement
Consistent and regular attendance is required

Competitive salary and benefits
Starting Date: July 1, 2026
260 Day Contract
Screening to begin: February 1, 2026

All applicants need to complete an administrative online application
at: https://rockwood.schoolspring.com/

Current Rockwood administrators must submit the "Transfer Application – Administrative" and
attach a resume and cover letter.

External applicants and Rockwood employees must submit the "Administrative" online
application and attach a letter of interest, resume, and a copy of your current certification.